Job Description
Join the U.S. Department of Homeland Security in Tallahassee as an IT Specialist and play a pivotal role in securing our nation's digital infrastructure. We're seeking a dedicated professional to implement cutting-edge cybersecurity solutions while supporting critical federal operations. Enjoy competitive benefits, career advancement opportunities, and the satisfaction of serving your country. This full-time position offers stability, comprehensive health coverage, and retirement plans unmatched in the private sector.
Responsibilities
- Design, implement, and maintain secure IT systems and networks
- Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing
- Develop incident response protocols and disaster recovery plans
- Manage user access controls and authentication systems
- Collaborate with cross-agency teams on security initiatives
- Ensure compliance with federal IT security standards (FISMA, NIST)
- Provide technical support to resolve system issues
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field
- 5+ years of experience in IT security administration
- Active Security+ CE certification required
- Proficiency in Windows Server and Linux environments
- Experience with cloud platforms (AWS/Azure/GCP)
- Knowledge of federal IT compliance frameworks
- Strong problem-solving and communication skills
- U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain security clearance